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Strategic People Partner

Manchester Permanent View Job Description
This is a strategic HR leadership opportunity partnering with senior stakeholders to shape and deliver people plans that support organisational objectives, change programmes, and workforce transformation. You'll act as a trusted advisor, using data-driven insights to influence decision-making and drive a high-performing, inclusive culture.
  • Shape and influence the organisation's people strategy.
  • Lead impactful transformation and workforce change initiatives.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established public sector organisation based in Manchester, delivering services that have a direct and meaningful impact on communities across the region.

Job Description

  • Build trusted working relationships with managers and provide practical people advice.
  • Work with business areas to understand people priorities and turn them into clear actions.
  • Guide managers through employee matters, ensuring decisions are fair and well documented.
  • Use people data and feedback to identify themes and support informed planning.
  • Help shape workforce plans that meet changing operational needs.
  • Work closely with Human Resources colleagues to deliver joined-up people support.
  • Support the delivery of people initiatives and track progress against agreed actions.
  • Maintain clear records and provide accurate updates to relevant stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Strategic People Partner' should have:

  • Experience of partnering with managers on a broad range of people matters.
  • Ability to translate business needs into practical people actions.
  • Confidence using people information to identify trends and support decisions.
  • Experience of workforce planning and supporting organisational priorities.
  • Strong knowledge of employee relations processes and fair decision-making.
  • Ability to build effective working relationships across Human Resources and business teams.

What's on Offer

  • Permanent Strategic People Partner role based in Manchester.
  • Salary of £60,000 to £69,000, dependent on the level of experience.



If you're interested in this role, apply now.People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Contact
Ellie Taylor
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7129806
Phone number
+441618286221

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
HR Business Partner
Sector
Public Sector
Where
Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ellie Taylor
Consultant phone
+441618286221
Job reference
JN-102026-7129806